Events for August 2024
- Events for August 2024
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Outdoor Concert: Hairbangers Ball
Outdoor Concert: Hairbangers Ball
Cantigny Summer Concert Series Hairbangers Ball First Division Museum Military Park Sunday, July 28, 3-5pm Hairbanger’s Ball was established out of Chicago in 2001. What started off as a “What If” idea quickly turned this band into one of the most sought after “80’s Hair Rock Tribute Bands” in the United States. Performing over 150
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Closed Tuesdays
Closed Tuesdays
Closing one day per week enables maintenance to be performed in high-traffic areas without disrupting the visitor experience.
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Register For Free Parking
Register For Free Parking
Enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October, with advance online registration.
Summer Drop-In Days
Summer Drop-In Days
Experience Cantigny’s Summer Drop-In Days, featuring activities with a military theme or French spin every Wednesday and Saturday!
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Date with History: They Marched into Sunlight
Date with History: They Marched into Sunlight
Pulitzer Prize winning journalist David Maraniss presents on the epic story of Vietnam and the sixties.
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Summer Drop-In Days
Summer Drop-In Days
Experience Cantigny’s Summer Drop-In Days, featuring activities with a military theme or French spin every Wednesday and Saturday!
West Suburban Symphony: Cinema Classics
West Suburban Symphony: Cinema Classics
A Cinema Classics concert of legendary music from hit movies from the mid 20th century forward.
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Outdoor Concert: Chicago Rewired
Outdoor Concert: Chicago Rewired
Cantigny Summer Concert Series Chicago Rewired Picnic Grounds Sunday, August 4, 3-5pm The members of Chicago Rewired - The Premier Chicago Tribute Band feel very fortunate to play the music that they love and to share their passion. It is their sincere desire that at every performance the audience have as much fun as they
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Beyond the Beaches: The 1st Infantry Division and Armor in Normandy
Beyond the Beaches: The 1st Infantry Division and Armor in Normandy
Beyond the Beaches: The 1st Infantry Division and Armor in Normandy Visitors Center Theater Monday August 5, 7 pm Free with paid parking Join us for a presentation about the 1st Infantry Division and its associated tank units, analyzing their roles during D-Day and the Battle of Normandy. The speaker will examine the experiences of
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Register For Free Parking
Register For Free Parking
Enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October, with advance online registration.
Summer Drop-In Days
Summer Drop-In Days
Experience Cantigny’s Summer Drop-In Days, featuring activities with a military theme or French spin every Wednesday and Saturday!
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Enchanté: An Evening of French Fables and Garden Delights
Enchanté: An Evening of French Fables and Garden Delights
Indulge in a guided tour of Cantigny's gardens paired with small bites and cocktails.
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Whiskey & Warriors
Whiskey & Warriors
Whiskey and food pairings complement an evening highlighting historical parallels between whiskey and the U.S. military.
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Summer Drop-In Days
Summer Drop-In Days
Experience Cantigny’s Summer Drop-In Days, featuring activities with a military theme or French spin every Wednesday and Saturday!
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Outdoor Concert: Zorila
Outdoor Concert: Zorila
Cantigny Summer Concert Series Zorila Picnic Grounds Sunday, August 11, 3-5pm Zorila is an indie-rock group based in Chicago, IL. The band began as a sonic collision between musicians, Stewart Arp (vocals, guitar), Henry Arp (bass, vocals), Nate Finn (guitar), and Anthony Hish (Drums). In their humble beginnings, ZORILA could be found in small bars,
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School of Rock Glen Ellyn House Band
School of Rock Glen Ellyn House Band
Top students from Glen Ellyn's School of Rock play a wide variety of family-friendly covers from all eras!
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Register For Free Parking
Register For Free Parking
Enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October, with advance online registration.
McCormick House Architectural Tour: Designing a Legacy
McCormick House Architectural Tour: Designing a Legacy
Tour McCormick's home inside and out while enjoying drinks and appetizers!
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Bike Tour of the Gardens
Bike Tour of the Gardens
Bike Tour of the Gardens Tour departs from the Visitors Center Thursday, August 15, 6 - 7:30 pm Ages 10 & up: $15 Bob Carr, greenhouse grower at Cantigny, will lead a small group ride, stopping at garden spots along the way to discuss the plantings. Biking through the gardens is only allowed on these
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LOCATION CHANGE: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (PG)
LOCATION CHANGE: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (PG)
Enjoy movies on the big screen outdoors!
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Summer Drop-In Days
Summer Drop-In Days
Experience Cantigny’s Summer Drop-In Days, featuring activities with a military theme or French spin every Wednesday and Saturday!
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Outdoor Concert: Gizzae
Outdoor Concert: Gizzae
Cantigny Summer Concert Series Gizzae Picnic Grounds Sunday, August 18, 3-5pm More than just a Chicago band, Gizzae is a musical tapestry woven from the diverse experiences of its members, hailing from across the globe. With over 35 years of grooving, they’ve earned Grammys, Chicago Music Awards, and shared stages with reggae royalty like Ziggy
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Dynamic Leadership: Three Generals and the 1st Infantry Division
Dynamic Leadership: Three Generals and the 1st Infantry Division
Dynamic Leadership: Three Generals and the 1st Infantry Division Visitors Center Theater Monday August 19, 7 pm Free with paid parking Learn about the distinctive leadership styles of the three 1st Infantry Division generals who commanded during pivotal moments in history on D-Day: Maj. Gen. Terry de la Mesa Allen, Lt. Gen. Clarence Huebner, and
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Register For Free Parking
Register For Free Parking
Enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October, with advance online registration.
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FIT4MOM Stroller Fitness Class
FIT4MOM Stroller Fitness Class
A 60 minute women's workout class that incorporates cardio, strength, and balance training workout.
Blood Drive
Blood Drive
Blood Drive Le Jardin August 22, 12 - 4 pm Please join us for a life-saving blood drive and help Strike Out Blood Shortages. Versiti Blood Centers will be onsite on Thursday, October 26 from 12 - 4 pm in Le Jardin. Walk-ins are welcome, but registering is preferred. To register: Register Online Call/Text 847.305.9998
Greenhouse Tour
Greenhouse Tour
Greenhouse Tour Thursday August 22, 3:00pm Meeting Location: Cantigny Greenhouse (Directions will be provided 24 hours prior to event) Price: $25 Prepare to be enchanted by Cantigny's Fall Preview Greenhouse Tour, led by our esteemed Greenhouse Manager. Delve into the anticipation of the upcoming autumn season as we unveil a curated selection of plants destined
SOLD OUT – Red Oaks Farm Dinner: Rue de Paris
SOLD OUT – Red Oaks Farm Dinner: Rue de Paris
Enjoy a French-themed, five-course meal with drink pairings!
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Accessible Birding
Accessible Birding
Accessible Birding Visitors Center August 23, 8 am Accessible Birding events at Cantigny aim to make a fun activity available to ALL. This outing, co-sponsored by the DuPage Birding Club, is ideal for those with limited mobility. It will last about 90 minutes or maybe a bit longer if the birding is good. Participants should
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All Camaro Show
All Camaro Show
Illinois Camaro's annual All Camaro show comes to Cantigny! All proceeds benefit War Dogs Making it Home,
Summer Drop-In Days
Summer Drop-In Days
Experience Cantigny’s Summer Drop-In Days, featuring activities with a military theme or French spin every Wednesday and Saturday!
“Nothing But Victory” Exhibit Tour
“Nothing But Victory” Exhibit Tour
A guided exploration of an exhibit commemorating one of the most significant events of World War II
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Outdoor Concert: Simple Men and Southern Nights
Outdoor Concert: Simple Men and Southern Nights
Cantigny Summer Concert Series Simple Men and Southern Nights Picnic Grounds Sunday, August 25, 3-5pm Simple Men and Southern Nights takes you back to the 1970’s when Southern Rock ruled the airwaves. In the first set, you will hear all your favorites from Southern Rock staples like the Allman Brothers, Marshall Tucker Band, .38 Special,
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Register For Free Parking
Register For Free Parking
Enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October, with advance online registration.
Cocktails with the Curator
Cocktails with the Curator
An evening of cocktails, small bites, and an exhibit tour guided by the curator!
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Summer Drop-In Days
Summer Drop-In Days
Experience Cantigny’s Summer Drop-In Days, featuring activities with a military theme or French spin every Wednesday and Saturday!